How to Upgrade Memory on a Laser Printer
Laser printers load documents fully onto the printer's memory before they begin printing, which is why they run so quick. When you upgrade the memory on a laser printer, you allow the printer to load and print more elaborate pages, as well as load more than one document at a time. This results in better quality printing and a quicker turnover. Follow these instructions to upgrade memory on a laser printer.
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Instructions
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What to Do
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Find the model number of the printer and record it on a piece of paper. Look at your user's manual or underneath the printer to find the exact number.
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Go to the manufacturer's Web site or call the phone number in the manual to order more random access memory or RAM. Some RAM is available at local electronics stores, but only if the model is extremely popular and widely used.
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Speak with a representative and tell them your printer's model number and that you would like to upgrade the memory. Find out the maximum megabytes, or MB, you can upgrade to.
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Select the MB upgrade that will be both efficient for your printer and fit within your budget. Most people choose 2MB, which will runs about $100.
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Refer to the owner's manual and the instructions that came with the RAM regarding installation before proceeding.
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Take the back cover of the printer off and locate the panel which contains the memory. Find the slot for the memory card and place it in the correct spot.
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Put all the covers back on properly. Use the "Menu" on the printer in order to reconfigure the printer.
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Tips & Warnings
Verify that you ordered the correct type of RAM for your model. These vary and the same type will not fit all printers.
Make an informed decision on the correct number of MB you order. It will save you money in the long run to purchase greater memory than to end up purchasing another card later on.
Use your owner's manual throughout the process. It is specific to your printer and will give you step-by-step directions for your exact printer.
If the memory card does not fit, contact a service representative from the company from which you purchased the memory or printer. Do not force a memory card into the slot.
